Stories

Pluto the cat being petted on the neck by a person's hand

Cats from L.A. shelters get special care at Best Friends

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary offers specialized veterinary care and lots of TLC for adoptable pets from shelters affected by the L.A. fires.
Cats are now on the road to recovery
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Chico the puppy being dropped off at the Best Friends mobile clinic

Mobile clinic brings vet care to pets on Navajo Nation

Since launching one year ago, the Best Friends mobile clinic has helped bring veterinary services to over 3,000 pets on the Navajo Nation
Chico the puppy one of many helped
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Sid the dog lying on a couch

Fostering a dog to heal a grieving heart

In the midst of the L.A. fires, Erin’s beloved canine companion passed away, but his indomitable spirit has helped her pick up the pieces and start again.
Foster dog is helping fill the hole in her heart
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Stella the dog outside on a leash

Amid fires, CA pets start new lives in Salt Lake City

Although the wildfires are local to Los Angeles, the disaster is inspiring action and bringing out the best in people across the country.
People step up to answer the call
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Line of carriers containing animals from Los Angles during the wildfires in front of the transport airplane

Fires inspire support for pets in L.A. shelters

Best Friends is moving hundreds of adoptable dogs and cats out of area animal shelters to make space for pets impacted by wildfires.
Best Friends and our partners take in adoptable pets from L.A.
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Profile of Clementine the cat, showing her broken jaw

Adoptable pets from L.A. wildfires arrive in Utah

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary takes in dogs and cats from impacted shelters in the Los Angeles area.
Meet some of the rescued pets
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NKLA black and white billboard featuring Jewell the dog

A Love Letter to Los Angeles

We are doing all we can to help you through these wildfires.
Julie's heartfelt tribute to L.A.
Julie Castle Blog
Two people lifting a large crate containing a dog as part of a transport during the Los Angeles wildfires

Best Friends mobilizes to save pets from L.A. wildfires

Amid the worst natural disaster in Los Angeles history, Best Friends is helping dogs and cats displaced by fires that threaten the entire metro area.
Despite personal losses, people rally for animals
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Shepherd dog with a smiling animal control officer

Animal shelters embrace no-kill philosophy

A mindset to save lives means large animal shelters are maintaining no-kill even when the going gets tough.
They’ve maintained no-kill despite challenges
Best Friends Magazine
Happy husky-type dog with tongue out in a home environment

Heartfelt acts of kindness for animals

From piano concerts for adoptable pets to a doggy daycare bus, these stories shine a light on the many ways people are helping pets thrive.
Read for a smile
Best Friends Magazine
Golfy the dog from Pets of Ohio Rescue Team in a yard with his new family

Milestone: 5,000 partners saving pets nationwide

The number of Best Friends Network Partners has reached a new high.
More partners, more lives saved
Best Friends Magazine
Tabby cat on a cushion in a nook of a bookshelf

Happy tales of adopted pets in their new homes

From snuggling under the covers to enjoying beach days, these adopted cats and dogs are living their best lives with their new families.
Read these updates from adopers
Best Friends Magazine
Smiling person holding a yawning puppy in a shelter

No-kill 101: The 3 pillars of saving pets in shelters

Three key pillars in modern animal services have been instrumental in saving more cats and dogs and keeping pets with their families.
Learn these lifesaving practices
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Grizzy and small brown dog with a underbite

Adopted and adored: Cats and dogs living the dream

From a sassy city cat to a senior beagle on a farm, these heartwarming adoption stories show the joy of a safe place to call home.
Hear about these pet adoptions
Best Friends Magazine
Small brown dog smiling with tongue out, outside on a leash held by a person

Progress for pets: Looking back at a year of advocacy

Best Friends and advocates nationwide are changing policies to create brighter futures for pets.
Some of the year's wins
Best Friends Magazine